Kaan Bilge

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Kaan Bilge


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  • Quality-Screening and Interpretation of V-Notched Charpy Data with Fractography: A Supplementary Screening Workflow for Polyolefin Blends
    Oğuz Alp Kurucu, Yusuf Ziya Menceloğlu, Kaan Bilge
    Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention, 2026
  • Reduction of Volatile Organic Compounds With Hydrazine-, Carboxybetaine- and Aminosilane-Functionalized Halloysite Nanotube in Recycled Polyolefin Blends
    Gizem Kurtulmuş, Kaan Bilge, Yusuf Ziya Menceloğlu
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2026
    Recycled polyolefin (rPO) is a promising material for sustainable applications, but its use is limited by the release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which cause odor and reduce indoor air quality. This study introduces a strategy to address this issue by chemically modifying halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) to improve their VOC adsorption efficiency and multifunctional performance in rPO. HNTs were functionalized through a three‐step process involving N ‐[3‐(trimethoxysilyl)propyl]ethylenediamine (TMPED), monochloroacetic acid (MCA), and hydrazine hydrate (HH), producing amine‐rich surfaces. Modified HNTs were incorporated into rPO at 2 and 5 wt% and compared with unmodified HNTs. VOC reduction was assessed using headspace gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (HS GC–MS) and jar testing, while structure and properties were analyzed by FTIR, NMR, TGA, DSC, SEM, BET, and tensile tests. The 5 wt% TMPED‐MCA‐HH‐HNT composite reduced total VOC intensity by 91%, particularly, key odorants such as acetaldehyde and cyclotrisiloxane. This effect is attributed to dual action: physical adsorption in the HNT lumen/mesopores and selective chemisorption via hydrogen bonding and Schiff base formation between amine/hydrazide groups and polar VOCs. Thermal stability, tensile modulus (+25.3%), and crystallinity (73.4%) were also improved. These findings highlight functionalized HNTs as efficient additives for enhancing both the mechanical and odor performance of rPO.
  • Modifying Mechanical Performance of an LLDPE/PP Waste Blend During a Single Recycling Cycle Using Organometallic Complexes
    Oğuz Alp Kurucu, Kaan Bilge, Yusuf Ziya Menceloğlu
    SPE Polymers, 2026
    In this study, organometallic complexes were introduced at 0.05 wt% to modify the performance of a 70/30 LLDPE/PP waste blend during a single recycling cycle under high shear. Four complexes (C 8 ‐Ti, C 8 ‐Zr, C 18 ‐Ti, and C 18 ‐Zr), based on Titanium (Ti) or Zirconium (Zr) with phosphate esters of different alkyl chain lengths (P C8 or P C18 ), were incorporated under high‐shear mixing, and their effects on structural, thermal, morphological, and mechanical properties were investigated. Sequential processing of the unmodified waste increased PP crystallinity from 16.1% to 42.7% and reduced total crystallinity from 30.4% to 24.5%, indicating progressive phase separation. Upon additive incorporation, total crystallinity further decreased to 27.9% for C 18 ‐Ti and 29.3% for C 8 ‐Ti, while C 18 ‐Zr showed a slight increase to 35.2%, indicating structure‐dependent effects on phase packing. T _onset values ranged from 409°C to 444°C across all formulations, indicating essentially unchanged thermal stability. Mechanical testing showed that Charpy impact strength increased by up to 50%, rising from 11.3 to approximately 16.7 kJ/m 2 (ISO 179‐1), without detrimental effects on tensile properties, as confirmed by statistical analysis (ANOVA). Fracture analysis indicated that Ti‐containing samples exhibited more fibrillation, whereas Zr‐containing systems showed finer, small‐void fracture surfaces. Overall, the findings demonstrate that these organometallic complexes represent a potentially scalable additive strategy for improving mechanical performance in mixed‐waste polyolefin streams within a single high‐shear recycling cycle.
  • Tensile failure mechanisms in additively manufactured brittle/ductile UV-curable resins and their nanocomposites with superior strength
    Kaan Bilge, Ayberk Baykal, Nuray Kizildag
    Progress in Additive Manufacturing, 2025
  • The Effect of PA66 Nanofibrous Interlayers on Mode II Delamination Behavior of Filament-wound CFRP Laminates at Room and Cryogenic Temperatures
    Recep Ufuk, Baris Emre Kiral, Melih Papila, Kaan Bilge
    Applied Composite Materials, 2025
  • On the Processability and Antibacterial Activity of Silver Nitrate Nanocomposites Manufactured by Stereolithography
    Ayberk Baykal, Onur Alp Aksan, Ahmet Yavuz Oral, Kaan Bilge, Nuray Kizildag
    ACS Omega, 2025
    This study investigates the level of multifunctionality that might be achieved with the implementation of silver nitrate (AgNO3) to UV-curable resins during stereolithography. To achieve that it sets improved mechanical response and antibacterial activity of the additively manufactured nanocomposites as two objectives to be achieved without disturbing the printing quality. The resins containing 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 1, 3, and 5 wt % AgNO3 were mixed via high shear mixing under 6000 rpm. A desktop-scale SLA machine and a postcure UV device were employed for the manufacturing of nanocomposite specimens. The level of printing quality was evaluated by SEM analysis focusing on the layer-by-layer printing marks that were highly disturbed after 1 wt % particle loading. Potential chemical effects causing this disappearance were investigated with UV–visible spectroscopy and FTIR analysis. Results suggested that some of the provided UV energy was used for the conversion of silver cations of silver nitrate to AgNPs during the polymerization reaction. Such a reduction reaction was found to decrease the degree of monomer conversion with increasing particle amount, which was confirmed by the FTIR analyses. Results of mechanical tests assisted by a detailed fractographic analysis also confirmed that 1 wt % was a particle agglomeration threshold above which the mechanical response was highly deteriorated. The maximum mechanical performance with a 20% improvement in elastic modulus and yield strength values was noted for 0.5 wt % case. The antibacterial activity tests were then performed on 0.3, 0.5, and 1 wt % samples according to ISO 22196. The results suggested that antibacterial activity was maximum for 1 wt % particle containing nanocomposites. Hence, the aim of a stronger, antibacterial yet adaptable nanocomposite material design was achieved at 0.5 wt % silver nitrate loading.
  • Effects of Nanofiber Interleaving on the Strength and Failure Behavior of Co-Cured Composite Joints with Fiber Orientation Mismatch
    Abdul Bari Abdul Raheman, Kaan Bilge, Melih Papila
    Journal of Composites Science, 2025
    This study investigates the effect of nanofiber interleaving on the mechanical performance of co-cured composite lap joints with effective fiber orientation mismatch at the joint interface. Joint configurations were defined by dominant yarn orientations at the bond line—denoted as (lower-substrate|upper-substrate)—and tested in (0|0), (90|90), and mismatched (0|90) setups using an 8-harness satin (8HS) fabric architecture, with and without nanofiber interlayers. Mechanical testing revealed an over ~25% reduction in lap shear strength for the (0|90) configuration relative to the matched (0|0) and (90|90) joints. Nanofiber interleaving effectively restored this loss, achieving strength levels comparable to the matched cases. Statistical analysis using two-way ANOVA and ANOM confirmed that both fiber orientation and nanofiber interleaving significantly influence joint strength, with a notable interaction effect (p < 0.001). Fractographic analysis further showed that nanofibers enhanced delamination resistance by stabilizing crack paths and suppressing crack jumps at crimping sites, especially in (0|90) joints where 0/90 yarn intersections are prone to early failure. These findings underscore the role of nanofiber interleaving in mitigating mismatch-induced failure mechanisms and improving the structural integrity of composite bonded interfaces.
  • A comparative fractographic analysis for the effect of polymeric nanofiber reinforcements on the tensile behavior of multi-layered epoxy nanocomposites
    Kaan Bilge, F. Javanshour, Abdul Bari Raheman, Melih Papila
    Polymer Engineering and Science, 2025
    This study presents a comparative investigation into the effects of four different nanofibers—PA66, PStX, PAN, and PVB—on the mechanical performance and failure mechanisms of epoxy adhesive films. These nanofiber‐reinforced adhesive layers were manufactured via a dry‐reinforcement resin film infusion method and tested under uniaxial tensile loading. Mechanical results showed that PA66 and PStX nanofibers improved tensile strength by up to 25%, primarily by mitigating crack initiation at free edges and promoting effective fiber–matrix bonding. In contrast, PAN nanofibers induced micro‐cracks at the fiber–resin interface, amplifying crack coalescence and reducing strength by 25%. PVB nanofibers, which lost their fibrous morphology due to a relatively low glass transition temperature, formed a separate polymeric phase with a negligible reinforcement effect. Detailed fractographic analyses identified key features—ratchet marks, ridges, interlayer failures, and river lines—that elucidate how nanofiber type, compatibility with the epoxy matrix, and cure conditions dictate the final failure modes. A “top‐down” approach to fractography revealed that manufacturing‐induced free‐edge cracks and nanofiber‐based interactions converge to influence the ultimate tensile performance of these adhesive films. Finally, a fishbone diagram synthesizes the findings, offering a practical reference for the effects of fiber selection, processing parameters, and testing protocols in developing high‐performance, nanofiber‐reinforced epoxy adhesive films.Highlights Tensile failure mechanisms for novel laminated nanofiber/epoxy nanocomposites. Effect of nanofiber base polymer choice on mechanical response of epoxy adhesive films. Multi‐scaled perspective for efficient fractographic analysis. A top to bottom approach on failure analysis of nanocomposites.
  • Grid-by-Grid Fractographic Analysis of Additively Manufactured UV-Cured Resins for Pre-programmable Failure
    Kaan Bilge
    Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention, 2024
  • A sustainable hybrid strengthening/stiffening approach for injection molded polypropylene matrix thermoplastic composites
    Gizem Semra Ariturk, Kaan Bilge, Cagla Girisken, Senem Avaz Seven, Yusuf Ziya Menceloglu
    Polymer Engineering and Science, 2024
    Hybrid interaction/co‐working mechanisms of waste cellulose (WC) fibers and expanded vermiculite (V) in polypropylene (PP) resulted in stronger, stiffer, and thermally durable composites are presented. Fibrous WC and particulate V inclusions were mixed with the PP matrix via high shear thermokinetic mixer under 4000 rpm. Thermal and mechanical characterization efforts assisted with fractographic investigations are performed on five sample sets such as (i) two‐phase WC fibrous PP composites and (ii) three‐phase WC–V hybrid composites. Results suggested that as the main reinforcement agent WC is able to increase the axial stiffness of PP (1.7 GPa) up to 4 GPa (30WC) as the weight fraction increases with a reduction in ductility. However, a strength threshold due to WC cluster entanglement, which leaves partially non‐wet clusters of WC and limited crystallization volume for PP at high WC weight fractions, is noted. In situ formed V platelets placed between WC fibers are proven to provide PP crystallization loci to further increase the axial stiffness (4.1 GPa) and matrix brittleness. When used with 10WC, they significantly increased the ability of PP matrix r to resist the failure events associated with the presence of randomly aligned WC fibers. Such ability is further highlighted in the 20WC10V case where the inherent problem of WC entanglement increased the contribution of polymer shear failure to the overall tensile response of manufactured composites. A significant increase in tensile strength (55%) for this case was recorded which makes the proposed hybridization effort more advantageous to conventional short fiber reinforcing strategies. Highlights Stiffer and stronger PP‐based hybrid composites with waste cellulose and vermiculite. Tensile failure/toughening mechanisms in hybrid PP composites Sustainable approach for reinforcement selection.
  • Morphological adaptation of expanded vermiculite in polylactic acid and polypropylene matrices for superior thermoplastic composites
    Gizem Ariturk, Kaan Bilge, Senem Avaz Seven, Yusuf Ziya Menceloglu
    Polymer Composites, 2024
  • Hybrid green composites of PLA incorporated with upcycled waste cellulose and vermiculite
    Gizem Ariturk, Cagla Girisken, Kaan Bilge, Ceren Yargici Kovanci, Yusuf Ziya Menceloglu, Senem Avaz Seven
    European Polymer Journal, 2024
  • Fractographic Investigation of Cryogenic Temperature Mode-II Delamination Behavior of Filament Wound CFRP Laminates with Varied Resin Systems
    Recep Ufuk, Kaan Bilge, Barış Emre Kıral, Murat Ereke, Arif Karabeyoğlu
    Journal of Composites Science, 2023
  • FLEXURAL PERFORMANCE OF NANO-PARTICLE REINFORCED UV-CURABLE RESINS MANUFACTURED BY STEREOLITHOGRAPHY
    Iccm International Conferences on Composite Materials, 2023
  • CRYOGENIC TYPE-V PRESSURE VESSEL DESIGN, MANUFACTURING AND TESTING
    Iccm International Conferences on Composite Materials, 2023
  • ASSESSMENT OF FIBER REINFORCED POLYMERS FOR A GILSON MAST STRUCTURE ON STEEL DECK SHIPS
    Iccm International Conferences on Composite Materials, 2023
  • ASSESMENT OF FIBER REINFORCED POLYMERS FOR A GILSON MAST STRUCTURE ON STEEL DECK SHIPS
    Iccm International Conferences on Composite Materials, 2023
  • Morphology evolution of self-same nanocomposites hybridized with jumbo-sized particles
    Farzin Asghari Arpatappeh, Emel Manga, Kaan Bilge, Berk Emre Aydemir, Mehmet Ali Gülgün, Melih Papila
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2022
  • Blends of highly branched and linear poly(arylene ether sulfone)s: Multiscale effect of the degree of branching on the morphology and mechanical properties
    E. Billur Sevinis Ozbulut, Senem Seven, Kaan Bilge, Tugce Akkas, Cuneyt Erdinc Tas, Burcin Yildiz, Canan Atilgan, Yusuf Z. Menceloglu, Serkan Unal
    Polymer, 2020
  • Synergistic effect of nano-additives and tackifier resins on hybrid rocket fuel performance
    Mustafa Basyal, Kaan Bilge, Nur B. Emerce, Utku C. Yildiz, Ugur Kokal, Arif Karabeyoglu
    AIAA Propulsion and Energy 2020 Forum, 2020
  • Multiscale reinforcing interlayers of self-same p(St-co-gma) nanofibers loaded with mcf for polymer composites and nanocomposites
    Farzin A. Arpatappeh, Melih Papila, Berk Emre Aydemir
    AIAA Scitech 2019 Forum, 2019
  • A selection criteria for tackifier addition to paraffin wax based hybrid rocket fuels
    Kaan Bilge, Ugur Kokal, Nur B. Emerce, Utku Can Yildiz, Mustafa Baysal, Arif Karabeyoglu
    AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum and Exposition 2019, 2019
  • Poly(propylene)/waste vulcanized ethylene- propylene-diene monomer (PP/WEPDM) blends prepared by high-shear thermo-kinetic mixer
    Eren Simsek, Oguzhan Oguz, Kaan Bilge, Mehmet Kerem Citak, Oguzhan Colak, Yusuf Z Menceloglu
    Journal of Elastomers and Plastics, 2018
  • Preparation of high surface area activated carbon from waste-biomass of sunflower piths: Kinetics and equilibrium studies on the dye removal
    Mustafa Baysal, Kaan Bilge, Bengisu Yılmaz, Melih Papila, Yuda Yürüm
    Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2018
  • Catalytic synthesis of boron nitride nanotubes at low temperatures
    Mustafa Baysal, Kaan Bilge, Melike Mercan Yıldızhan, Yelda Yorulmaz, Çınar Öncel, Melih Papila, Yuda Yürüm
    Nanoscale, 2018
  • Low density polypropylene/waste cellulose fiber composites by High-Shear Thermo-Kinetic mixer
    O. Oguz, E. Simsek, K. Bilge, Y. Z. Menceloglu
    International Polymer Processing, 2017
  • Synergistic role of in-situ crosslinkable electrospun nanofiber/epoxy nanocomposite interlayers for superior laminated composites
    Kaan Bilge, Yelda Yorulmaz, Farzin Javanshour, Ayça Ürkmez, Bengisu Yılmaz, Eren Şimşek, Melih Papila
    Composites Science and Technology, 2017
  • High-Performance Green Composites of Poly(lactic acid) and Waste Cellulose Fibers Prepared by High-Shear Thermokinetic Mixing
    Oguzhan Oguz, Kaan Bilge, Eren Simsek, Mehmet Kerem Citak, Abdulmounem Alchekh Wis, Guralp Ozkoc, Yusuf Z. Menceloglu
    Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research, 2017
  • High strain rate response of nanofiber interlayered structural composites
    Elif Özden-Yenigün, Kaan Bilge, Emin Sünbüloğlu, Ergun Bozdağ, Melih Papila
    Composite Structures, 2017
  • Stabilized electrospinning of heat stimuli/in situ crosslinkable nanofibers and their self-same nanocomposites
    Kaan Bilge, Ayça Ürkmez, Eren Şimşek, Melih Papila
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2016
  • Sound-tracking of failure events in cross-ply composite laminates under tension
    K. Bilge, B. Yilmaz, M. Papila
    Composite Structures, 2016
  • Interlayer toughening mechanisms of composite materials
    K. Bilge, M. Papila
    Toughening Mechanisms in Composite Materials, 2015
  • Global and local nanofibrous interlayer toughened composites for higher in-plane strength
    K. Bilge, S. Venkataraman, Y.Z. Menceloglu, M. Papila
    Composites Part A Applied Science and Manufacturing, 2014
  • Structural composites hybridized with epoxy compatible polymer/MWCNT nanofibrous interlayers
    K. Bilge, E. Ozden-Yenigun, E. Simsek, Y.Z. Menceloglu, M. Papila
    Composites Science and Technology, 2012
  • Effect of yarn number on the strength and failure developes of non-crimp glass fiber composites
    Eccm 2012 Composites at Venice Proceedings of the 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, 2012
  • Investigation of the strength and failure envelopes of non-crimp glass fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites based on in-situ polymerized cyclic oligomers
    Eccm 2012 Composites at Venice Proceedings of the 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, 2012
  • Strength of laminates with surface modified polymer/MWCNTs nano-composite interlayers
    Iccm International Conferences on Composite Materials, 2011
  • Designed-in molecular interactions lead to superior thermo-mechanical properties in nanocomposites
    E. Ozden, A.R. Atilgan, K. Bilge, Y.Z. Menceloglu, C. Atılgan, M. Papila
    Materials Research Society Symposium Proceedings, 2011

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Quality-Screening and Interpretation of V-Notched Charpy Data with Fractography: A Supplementary Screening Workflow for Polyolefin Blends
    OA Kurucu, YZ Menceloğlu, K Bilge
    Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention, 1-16 , 2026
    2026
  • Reduction of Volatile Organic Compounds With Hydrazine‐, Carboxybetaine‐and Aminosilane‐Functionalized Halloysite Nanotube in Recycled Polyolefin Blends
    G Kurtulmuş, K Bilge, YZ Menceloğlu
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science 143 (3), e58053 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Modifying Mechanical Performance of an LLDPE/PP Waste Blend During a Single Recycling Cycle Using Organometallic Complexes
    OA Kurucu, K Bilge, YZ Menceloğlu
    SPE Polymers 7 (1), e70030 , 2026
    2026
  • The effect of PA66 nanofibrous interlayers on mode II delamination behavior of filament-wound CFRP laminates at room and cryogenic temperatures
    R Ufuk, BE Kiral, M Papila, K Bilge
    Applied Composite Materials 32 (5), 2143-2155 , 2025
    2025
  • Tensile failure mechanisms in additively manufactured brittle/ductile UV-curable resins and their nanocomposites with superior strength
    K Bilge, A Baykal, N Kizildag
    Progress in Additive Manufacturing 10 (10), 8113-8125 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 5
  • Effects of Nanofiber Interleaving on the Strength and Failure Behavior of Co-Cured Composite Joints with Fiber Orientation Mismatch
    AB Abdul Raheman, K Bilge, M Papila
    Journal of Composites Science 9 (6), 285 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • On the processability and antibacterial activity of silver nitrate nanocomposites manufactured by stereolithography
    A Baykal, OA Aksan, AY Oral, K Bilge, N Kizildag
    ACS omega 10 (21), 21391-21404 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • A comparative fractographic analysis for the effect of polymeric nanofiber reinforcements on the tensile behavior of multi‐layered epoxy nanocomposites
    K Bilge, F Javanshour, AB Raheman, M Papila
    Polymer Engineering & Science , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 7
  • Grid-by-grid fractographic analysis of additively manufactured UV-cured resins for pre-programmable failure
    K Bilge
    Journal of Failure Analysis and Prevention 24 (6), 2787-2793 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 3
  • A sustainable hybrid strengthening/stiffening approach for injection molded polypropylene matrix thermoplastic composites
    GS Ariturk, K Bilge, C Girisken, SA Seven, YZ Menceloglu
    Polymer Engineering & Science 64 (11), 5600-5612 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • Stiffness of in-situ formed interleaving polymeric nanofiber-epoxy nanocomposites
    F Javanshour, K Bilge, ABA Raheman, M Papila
    Open J. Compos. Mater 14, 147-157 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • Morphological adaptation of expanded vermiculite in polylactic acid and polypropylene matrices for superior thermoplastic composites
    G Ariturk, K Bilge, SA Seven, YZ Menceloglu
    Polymer Composites 45 (6), 5043-5050 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 10
  • Hybrid green composites of PLA incorporated with upcycled waste cellulose and vermiculite
    G Ariturk, C Girisken, K Bilge, CY Kovanci, YZ Menceloglu, SA Seven
    European Polymer Journal 203, 112667 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 23
  • One-step preparation of silver nanoparticle containing polymer nanocomposites via stereolithography technique
    A Baykal, OA Aksan, AY Oral, K Bilge, N Kizildag
    Journal of Innovative Engineering and Natural Science 4 (2), 263-275 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 2
  • Fractographic investigation of cryogenic temperature mode-II delamination behavior of filament wound CFRP laminates with varied resin systems
    R Ufuk, K Bilge, BE Kıral, M Ereke, A Karabeyoğlu
    Journal of Composites Science 7 (11), 450 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 5
  • Strength And Performance Of A Composite Gilson Mast For Steel Deck Fishing Vessels
    B Osma, E Akarsu, K Bilge, Ş Helvacioglu, İ Helvacioglu
    International Maritime Science Conference , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • ASSESMENT OF FIBER REINFORCED POLYMERS FOR A GILSON MAST STRUCTURE ON STEEL DECK SHIPS
    E Akarsu, B Osma, Ş Helvacıoğlu, İH Helvacıoğlu, K Bilge
    ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials , 2023
    2023
  • Flexural performance of nano-particle reinforced uv-curable resins manufactured by stereolithography
    A Baykal, K Bilge, N Kizildag
    ICCM International Conferences on Composite Materials , 2023
    2023
  • Cover Image, Volume 139, Issue 48
    F Asghari Arpatappeh, E Manga, K Bilge, BE Aydemir, MA Gülgün, ...
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science 139 (48), e51160 , 2022
    2022
  • Morphology evolution of self‐same nanocomposites hybridized with jumbo‐sized particles
    F Asghari Arpatappeh, E Manga, K Bilge, BE Aydemir, MA Gülgün, ...
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science 139 (48), e53073 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 3

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Preparation of high surface area activated carbon from waste-biomass of sunflower piths: Kinetics and equilibrium studies on the dye removal
    M Baysal, K Bilge, B Yılmaz, M Papila, Y Yürüm
    Journal of environmental chemical engineering 6 (2), 1702-1713 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 211
  • Interlayer toughening mechanisms of composite materials
    K Bilge, M Papila
    Toughening Mechanisms in Composite Materials, 263-294 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 124
  • Structural composites hybridized with epoxy compatible polymer/MWCNT nanofibrous interlayers
    K Bilge, E Ozden-Yenigun, E Simsek, YZ Menceloglu, M Papila
    Composites Science and Technology 72 (14), 1639-1645 , 2012
    2012
    Citations: 79
  • Global and local nanofibrous interlayer toughened composites for higher in-plane strength
    K Bilge, S Venkataraman, YZ Menceloglu, M Papila
    Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing 58, 73-76 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 62
  • Synergistic role of in-situ crosslinkable electrospun nanofiber/epoxy nanocomposite interlayers for superior laminated composites
    K Bilge, Y Yorulmaz, F Javanshour, A Ürkmez, B Yılmaz, E Şimşek, ...
    Composites Science and Technology 151, 310-316 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 27
  • High strain rate response of nanofiber interlayered structural composites
    E Özden-Yenigün, K Bilge, E Sünbüloğlu, E Bozdağ, M Papila
    Composite Structures 168, 47-55 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 26
  • Hybrid green composites of PLA incorporated with upcycled waste cellulose and vermiculite
    G Ariturk, C Girisken, K Bilge, CY Kovanci, YZ Menceloglu, SA Seven
    European Polymer Journal 203, 112667 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 23
  • High-performance green composites of poly (lactic acid) and waste cellulose fibers prepared by high-shear thermokinetic mixing
    O Oguz, K Bilge, E Simsek, MK Citak, AA Wis, G Ozkoc, YZ Menceloglu
    Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research 56 (30), 8568-8579 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 23
  • Catalytic synthesis of boron nitride nanotubes at low temperatures
    M Baysal, K Bilge, MM Yıldızhan, Y Yorulmaz, Ç Öncel, M Papila, ...
    Nanoscale 10 (10), 4658-4662 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 19
  • Blends of highly branched and linear poly (arylene ether sulfone) s: Multiscale effect of the degree of branching on the morphology and mechanical properties
    EBS Ozbulut, S Seven, K Bilge, T Akkas, CE Tas, B Yildiz, C Atilgan, ...
    Polymer 188, 122114 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 14
  • Designed-in molecular interactions lead to superior thermo-mechanical properties in nanocomposites
    E Ozden, AR Atilgan, K Bilge, YZ Menceloglu, C Atılgan, M Papila
    MRS Online Proceedings Library (OPL) 1304, mrsf10-1304-z09-10 , 2011
    2011
    Citations: 13
  • Stabilized electrospinning of heat stimuli/in situ crosslinkable nanofibers and their self‐same nanocomposites
    K Bilge, A Ürkmez, E Şimşek, M Papila
    Journal of Applied Polymer Science 133 (43) , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 12
  • Morphological adaptation of expanded vermiculite in polylactic acid and polypropylene matrices for superior thermoplastic composites
    G Ariturk, K Bilge, SA Seven, YZ Menceloglu
    Polymer Composites 45 (6), 5043-5050 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 10
  • Poly (propylene)/waste vulcanized ethylene-propylene-diene monomer (PP/WEPDM) blends prepared by high-shear thermo-kinetic mixer
    E Simsek, O Oguz, K Bilge, MK Citak, O Colak, YZ Menceloglu
    Journal of Elastomers & Plastics 50 (6), 537-553 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 9
  • Challenges in Micro-CT characterization of composites
    G Kiziltaş, M Papila, B Yilmaz, K Bilge
    Micro-computed Tomography (micro-CT) in Medicine and Engineering, 225-246 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 8
  • A comparative fractographic analysis for the effect of polymeric nanofiber reinforcements on the tensile behavior of multi‐layered epoxy nanocomposites
    K Bilge, F Javanshour, AB Raheman, M Papila
    Polymer Engineering & Science , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 7
  • Multi-scale nature of composite materials: Three case studies
    K Bilge
    MSc Thesis, Sabanci University , 2012
    2012
    Citations: 7
  • Selection Criteria for Tackifier Addition to Paraffin Wax based Hybrid Rocket Fuels
    K Bilge, U Kokal, NB Emerce, UC Yildiz, M Baysal, A Karabeyoglu
    AIAA Propulsion and Energy 2019 Forum, 3921 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 6
  • Sound-tracking of Failure Events in Cross-Ply Composite Laminates Under Tension
    K Bilge, B Yilmaz, M Papila
    Composite Structures 153, 421-427 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 6
  • Tensile failure mechanisms in additively manufactured brittle/ductile UV-curable resins and their nanocomposites with superior strength
    K Bilge, A Baykal, N Kizildag
    Progress in Additive Manufacturing 10 (10), 8113-8125 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 5

CONSULTANCY

Since 2021, Dr. Kaan Bilge has provided industry-facing consultancy through pOrOus Intelligent Material Analytics, delivering mechanism-based failure analysis/fractography, materials selection, structural integrity assessment, and simulation-supported verification for polymer and composite systems across multiple engineering sectors (aerospace/space, marine, and advanced manufacturing). His consultancy typically links design–processing–defects–damage evolution–performance, combining experimental evidence with engineering models to identify root cause, reduce scatter, and improve reliability.

Selected consultancy engagements (examples):

BaX Composites A.Ş. — Materials selection and engineering support enabling the reuse of recycled carbon-fiber products; performance-risk evaluation and failure-mode guidance.

DeltaV Space Technologies A.Ş. — Testing and failure analysis of composite materials for pressure-vessel development; validation and interpretation support for design decisions.

Matesis A.Ş. — Modelling and failure analysis of large-scale composite hatch covers for cargo ships; structural integrity and damage-risk assessment.

Skipteknisk A.Ş. — ANSYS ACP-based composite structural analyses and fracture/safety-factor assessments for large marine structures involving steel/CFRP jointed systems.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Dr. Kaan Bilge has extensive industry experience translating materials and fracture-mechanics insight into real engineering deliverables across aerospace/space and large-scale composite structures. He served as R&D Leader at DeltaV Space Technologies (2018–2021), leading materials and structural development activities including polymer/composite material selection, laminate architecture decisions, verification testing, and failure-analysis-driven iteration for high-performance components. His work supported critical composite hardware development, including Type-V pressure vessel concepts (~350 bar class) and associated composite structures, alongside broader materials and process development efforts.

In parallel, he has built an industry-facing track record through pOrOus Intelligent Material Analytics (Founder, 2021–present), delivering failure analysis, materials selection, modelling/simulation support, and verification workflows for industrial partners. Representative engagements include work with BaX Composites A.Ş. (engineering support for reuse of recycled carbon-fiber products), DeltaV Space Technologies A.Ş. (testing and failure analysis support for composite pressure-vessel development), Matesis A.Ş. (modelling and failure analysis of large composite hatch covers for cargo ships), and Skipteknisk A.Ş. (ANSYS ACP–supported composite structural assessments and fracture/safety-factor evaluations for large marine structures involving steel/CFRP joint systems).